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Theophrastus Quotes

Type:
Philosopher Quotes
Category:
Greek Philosopher Quotes
Year of Birth:
370 BC
Year of Death:
285 BC
Nationality:
Greek
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Diogenes

 
Ah, yes, superstition: it would appear to be cowardice in face of the supernatural.
Theophrastus

An orator without judgment is a horse without a bridle.
Theophrastus

One may define flattery as a base companionship which is most advantageous to the flatterer.
Theophrastus

The man of petty ambition if invited to dinner will be eager to be set next his host.
Theophrastus

Time is the most valuable thing a man can spend.
Theophrastus

We must consider the distinctive characters and the general nature of plants from the point of view of their morphology , their behavior under external conditions, their mode of generation, and the whole course of their life.
Theophrastus


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